Binds

Binds

Binds let you assign keys to commands in CIT, and they can also be changed through the MTA Binds tab.

Bind Systems

CIT has two main bind systems:

• CIT command binds, which use /bind
• MTA key bindings, which are changed from the Binds tab in settings

CIT Command Binds

CIT command binds let you attach a command to a key.

Use:

• /bind <key> <command>

This makes the command run directly when you press that key.

Chatbox Binds

You can also make a key open the chatbox with a command already prepared.

Use:

• /bind <key> chatbox <command>

This does not send the message right away. It opens the chatbox with the command ready to type.

Example

Example chatbox bind:

• /bind i chatbox gc

This opens Group Chat on I.

Direct Message Binds

You can also bind a key to instantly send a full message.

Example:

• /bind 5 gc Hello!

This sends that exact Group Chat message when you press 5.

Common Chatbox Shortcuts

Common chatbox shortcuts include:

• gc
• sc
• uc
• main
• sup
• fmsg
• locf

How to check a bind

To check what is bound to a key, use:

• /binds <key>

How to remove binds

To remove one bind from a key, use:

• /unbind <key> <command>

To remove all binds from a key, use:

• /unbind <key>

CIT Settings Binds Tab

CIT also has a Binds tab in Settings for CIT script binds.

You can open that tab directly with:

• /sbinds

That tab supports:

• primary key binds
• secondary key binds
• Key 1
• Key 2

Bind editing details:

• double click a bind with LMB to set Key 1
• double click a bind with RMB to set Key 2
• the tab shows Key 2 when an alternative key is set
• if both primary and secondary binds are the same, they fall back to Key 1

MTA Binds Tab

The Binds tab in MTA settings is where you change keyboard, mouse, and controller bindings for MTA actions.

Key and Alt. Key

In the MTA Binds tab:

• Key is the main bind for an action
• Alt. Key columns are additional keys for the same action

You can bind more than one key to the same action there.

Load defaults

In the MTA Binds tab, Load defaults resets the bind list to the default MTA key bindings.

Bind Rules

• /bind is for CIT command binds.
• /bind <key> chatbox <command> opens the chatbox with a command ready.
• /binds <key> checks the binds on a key.
• /sbinds opens the Binds tab directly.
• /unbind <key> <command> removes one bind.
• /unbind <key> removes all binds on a key.
• Sprint cannot be bound to the same key as aim or fire. Using that bind disables your controls.
• MTA also has its own Binds tab for normal action keys.

Vehicle control binds

The default vehicle controls include:

• Down Arrow for a wheelie on supported vehicles
• Press RMB to toggle drive by mode as a driver or passenger. Drivers cannot move the vehicle while firing. Driveby Toggle Key defaults to MOUSE2 under /sbinds > Vehicle Binds.
• Q and E to change a drive-by weapon
• G to enter as a passenger through the MTA enter_passenger bind
• N for the left blinker, M for the right blinker, and K for hazard blinkers after /toggleblinkers is enabled

The CIT settings Binds tab lists Left Blinker Key, Right Blinker Key, and Hazard Blinker Key. Double-click a bind with LMB to set its primary key or with RMB to set a secondary key.

Movement and vehicle controls

• Press G to enter a vehicle as a passenger.
• Press RMB to toggle drive by mode as a driver or passenger. Drivers cannot move the vehicle while firing. Driveby Toggle Key defaults to MOUSE2 under /sbinds > Vehicle Binds.
• Motorbike wheelies use the normal vehicle lean controls.
• Vehicle blinkers use their assigned left and right blinker binds.
• Hydraulics use the configured vehicle hydraulics controls.
• Tap the horn bind in a Police vehicle to toggle the siren. Hold it to use the horn.

Check or change the exact assigned key in MTA key bind settings when a control was rebound.

Walk control

The default MTA Walk key is Alt. Check Esc > Settings > Binds if it was changed.

Movement and useful binds

• Press C to crouch.
• Press RSHIFT to jump.
• Hold Space to sprint. Tap Sprint to Toggle Sprinting in settings changes sprint from hold to toggle.
• Use /bind <key> pick <vehicle ID> to bind a specific F2 vehicle. F2 shows each vehicle ID.
• Use /sbinds to place weapon binds on keys, including letters such as E, Q, or A.

Special bind limits

• Outside LV, there is a 300 ms delay before a bind can switch weapons after firing.
• The default property GUI key is Z. Change it through ESC > Settings > Binds by finding CITproperty2.

Changing a CIT key

Use /sbinds to open /settings > Binds directly. This tab lets you change CIT script keys and shows your assignments in the Key 1 and Key 2 columns. Select a bind and use Primary for its primary key or Second for its alternative key. You can also double click a bind with LMB for Key 1 or RMB for Key 2. The selected bind's help area shows its purpose, default, current key, and second key.

The Key 1 and Key 2 columns show your current primary and alternative keys. For example, if Slot: Assault shows 4 under Key 1, your primary key for that slot is currently 4. Select a bind to see its Default, Current Key, and Second Key in the help area. Second Key: None means that bind has no alternative key assigned. Your current keys can differ from the defaults.

Side mouse buttons such as mouse4 and mouse5 can be assigned in CIT and MTA binds.

CIT bind names

These keys can be changed. Check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current bindings. A listed binding does not enable an unavailable activity.

Weapon Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Weapon Binds. The named slot bindings have these defaults:

Bind	Default key
Slot: Fists	1
Slot: Melee	1
Slot: Melee 2	1
Slot: Handguns	2
Slot: SMGs	2
Slot: Shotgun	3
Slot: Assault	4
Slot: Rifle	5
Slot: Heavy	5
Slot: Projectiles	6
Slot: Detonator	6
Slot: Special 1	7
Slot: Special 2	7
Reload Weapon Key	R

Set Enable Weapon Binds to Yes to use weapon slot selection. Slots assigned to the same key cycle when that key is pressed. These are default keys, not fixed requirements: check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current assignments.

Respawn Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Respawn Binds:

• Respawn Custom Key defaults to 1: select a custom respawn after death.
• Respawn Nearest Key defaults to 2: respawn at your nearest custom spawn after death.
• Respawn Map Key defaults to 3: pick a respawn from the map after death.

These bindings can be changed. Check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current assignments.

Function Keys

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Function Keys. These are the default keys; check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current assignments.

Bind	Default key	Purpose
Help Info Key	F1	Open the help and info window.
Vehicles Window Key	F2	Open your vehicles window.
Opportunities Key	F3	Open the opportunities list.
Drug Inventory Key	F4	Open the drug inventory window.
Work Console Key	F5	Open the general Work Console for jobs without their own specialized panel.
Police Computer Key	F5	Open the Police Computer.
Fuel Dispatcher Key	F5	Open the Fuel Transporter dispatcher while on the job.
Medic Panel Key	F5	Open the Medic navigation panel.
News Reporter Task Key	F5	Begin a News Reporter side mission when one is available.
Group Squad Unit Key	F6	Open the group, squad and unit window.
Scoreboard Settings Key	F7	Open scoreboard settings.
Trading Window Key	F7	Open the trading and market window.
Crafting Window Key	F9	Open the crafting window.
Messenger Key	F10	Open the Messenger window.
F11 Map Key	F11	Open the large map.

To open scoreboard settings with the default keys, press TAB, then F7.

Vehicle Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Vehicle Binds. These are the default keys; check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current assignments.

Bind	Default key	Purpose
Cruise Control Key	C	Toggle cruise control.
Driveby Next Weapon Key	E	Switch to the next drive-by weapon.
Driveby Previous Weapon Key	Q	Switch to the previous drive-by weapon.
Driveby Toggle Key	MOUSE2	Toggle drive-by mode while in a vehicle.
Vehicle Lights Key	L	Toggle vehicle lights.
Hazard Blinker Key	K	Operate hazard blinkers when blinkers are enabled.
Left Blinker Key	N	Operate the left blinker when blinkers are enabled.
Right Blinker Key	M	Operate the right blinker when blinkers are enabled.

MOUSE2 is the right mouse button. Use /toggleblinkers to enable vehicle blinkers before using their keys.

General Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under General Binds. These are the default keys; check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current assignments.

Bind	Default key	Purpose
Phone Key	B	Open your phone.
Tabbed Chat Key	J	Open the tabbed chat window.
Local Chat Key	U	Open the local chatbox shortcut.
Click Cursor Key	X	Toggle the click cursor.
Scoreboard Key	TAB	Open the scoreboard.

Interaction Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Interaction Binds. You can change these bindings; check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current keys.

• Armor Pickup Key: N by default. Buy armor, health and similar pickups when standing at one.
• Armorer Buy Key: N by default. Buy armor from an armorer vehicle when standing at its marker.
• Armorer Sell Key: N by default. Start selling armor from an armorer vehicle.
• ATM Access Key: N by default. Access an ATM when standing at it.
• Restaurant Panel Key: N by default. Open a restaurant or fridge food panel when standing at one.
• House Panel Key: Z by default. Open a house panel when standing at a house pickup.
• Business Panel Key: Z by default. Open a business property panel when standing at a business pickup.
• Vehicle Shop Key: Z by default. Open a vehicle shop window when standing at a vehicle shop marker.
• Ammunation Buy Key: Z by default. Buy from an Ammunation shop when standing in its marker.
• Clothes Shop Key: Z by default. Open a clothes shop window when standing at a clothes marker.
• 24/7 Shop Key: Z by default. Open the 24/7 shop when standing at its entrance.
• Skin Store Key: Z by default. Open a skin shop window when standing at a skin shop marker.
• Apartments Window: Z by default. Open the apartments window when standing at an apartment entrance.
• Base Info Key: Z by default. Open the base information window when standing at a base marker.
• Cancel Armor Key: Z by default. Cancel putting on armor.
• Rebel Bomb Detonate Key: Z by default. Leftover menu bind, not an active gameplay control.

Job / Activity Binds

Open /sbinds or /settings > Binds and look under Job / Activity Binds. You can change these bindings; check Key 1 and Key 2 for your current keys.

• Mechanic Accept Key: K by default. Accept a Mechanic's repair offer.
• Mechanic Decline Key: L by default. Decline a Mechanic's repair offer.
• Bus Door Action Key: N by default. Open or close bus doors and continue bus stop actions.
• Bus Route Finish Key: M by default. Fully finish your bus route when you return to the first stop.
• Taxi Start Key: N by default. Begin taxi missions after entering a taxi vehicle.
• Food Truck Sell Key: N by default. Start selling food from your food truck.
• Ice Cream Action Key: N by default. Start or stop serving as Ice Cream Man.
• Farm Seed Key: N by default. Switch seeds while farming.
• Fuel Payment Type Key: N by default. Switch Fuel Transporter payment type while on the job.
• Cave Refuel Key: N by default. Refuel the Cave Miner pump when standing at it.
• Illegal Trucker Key: N by default. Start illegal trucker missions when prompted.
• Police Boat Mission Key: N by default. Start the police boat mission when prompted.
• Plane Takedown Key: N by default. Leftover menu bind for the disabled Plane Takedown mission.
• Docks Mission Key: N by default. Start the docks mission when prompted.
• Drug Mission Key: N by default. Start the drug mission when prompted.
• Drug Trafficking Key: N by default. Begin Drug Trafficking missions when prompted.
• House Rob Key: N by default. Start robbing a house when standing at a house marker.
• Hunter Decoy Key: N by default. Play the Hunter decoy when available.
• Waypoint Accept Key: N by default. Accept the current GPS waypoint prompt.
• Road Trip Cancel Key: M by default. Stop active roadtrip auto following.
• Detective Case File Key: M by default. Open your Detective case file.
• Detective Enter House Key: N by default. Enter a suspect's house during Detective cases.
• Detective Exit House Key: N by default. Exit a suspect's house during Detective cases.
• Car Show Admin Key: N by default. Open the Car Show owner panel after renting the area.
• Malibu Panel Key: N by default. Open the Malibu owner panel as the renter.
• RC Panel Key: N by default. Open the RC drone panel while inside the Topfun Van.
• Truck Spawn Toggle Key: N by default. Toggle your MPCC Truck spawn point.
• Detach Truck Key: N by default. Unload the car from the truck during missions.
• Employment Return Key: N by default. Warp back to the Employment Office from a job site.
• Street Food Buy Key: N by default. Buy street food when standing at a seller's stand.
• Wanted Passenger Allow Key: N by default. Allow a wanted passenger to enter or remain in your vehicle by making yourself wanted.
• CE Sky Dive Escape Key: N by default. Toggle the Criminal Event skydive escape after winning the event.
• Ambulance Side Mission Start Key: N by default. Toggle the start of the ambulance side mission available to Medics.
• Cement Release Key: N by default. Release cement from the Cement Truck during City Engineer Road Construction.

Work Console and job panels

Every job can use F5 by default.

• Jobs with a specialized interface open that job's panel. Other jobs open the generic Work Console, which shows the occupation, shift status, team, workers on shift, rank, and progress.
• Its available actions can include Start Shift or End Shift, Job Tutorial, Opportunities (F3), Vehicle Center (F2), and Quit Job. A job can show that manual shifts, ranks, or progress are unavailable when that occupation does not use them.
• To change the key for the generic Work Console, open /sbinds and find Work Console Key; its default is F5. Specialized panels have their own bindings, such as Police Computer Key, Fuel Dispatcher Key, and Medic Panel Key, also defaulting to F5.

Binding a chat command

Write the bound command without its slash. For example, /bind <key> chatbox re opens the chatbox with /re ready.

Clearing an alternative bind

In the Binds tab, select the bind and use Clear 2nd to clear its alternative key. The help area shows Default:, Current Key:, and Second Key:.

See also

• Chat Commands
• MTA Settings